Electrical apparatus having quick connect components

a technology of electric apparatus and components, applied in the direction of coupling device connection, tumbler/rocker switch details, containers, etc., can solve the problems of increasing the probability of wiring errors in the field, adding to the complexity of industry standardization issues, inconsistent results and errors, etc., to bring a level of standardization, modular connectivity, and safety
US7767905B2Inactive Publication Date: 2010-08-03THE WEST END DESIGN GROUP
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US · United States
Patent Type
Patents(United States)
Current Assignee / Owner
THE WEST END DESIGN GROUP
Publication Date
2010-08-03
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

Methods and apparatuses for power distribution improve and can standardize electrical connections between electrical cables and the multitude of electrical switches, receptacles, and fixtures of known technology. The invention can include modular hardware components such as junction boxes, electrical devices, adaptors, a / b switches, etc. that simplify both installation and inspection requirements at the job site. Optional color coding can facilitate proper wiring of the components. The invention allows field wiring to be completed more quickly and accurately thereby advantageously reducing associated costs and increasing safety.
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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent application Ser. No. 60 / 984,072 filed on Oct. 31, 2007, entitled “ELECTRICAL APPARATUS HAVING QUICK CONNECT COMPONENTS”, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.TECHNICAL FIELD

[0002] This invention generally relates to iconoclastic methods and apparatuses for standardization for the electrical industry. More specifically, it relates to improved methodology and apparatuses for wiring connections that can be used for electrical switches, receptacles, and fixtures of known technology effecting the distribution of electrical power in buildings such as homes, factories, or other industrial structures.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0003] Previously it took considerable skill, experience, and knowledge to proficiently and safely wire the multitude of electrical devices in an average home. Hundreds of companies manufacture thousands of different types of switches, dimmers, s...

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